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Mon, 21 Jan 2019 23:48:55 +0000Joomla! - Open Source Content Managementen-gbSanServe Janitorials fight against the Ebola Virushttp://www.sanservejanitorial.com/home/company-news/entry/sanserve-janitorials-fight-against-the-ebola-virus.html
http://www.sanservejanitorial.com/home/company-news/entry/sanserve-janitorials-fight-against-the-ebola-virus.htmlMy heart breaks over the deaths caused by the recent outbreak of Ebola, the dangers of catching this awful virus has become more apparent as we see cases start to hit our home in the US because it is obvious that the Ebola strain does not discriminate when it chooses its victim.It has attacked the young, the elders and everyone in between, that is why it is critical that you take additional protection to disinfect your home and work place to prevent Ebola or any type of viruses from spreading. SanServe Janitorial has been paying close attention to this outbreak and we found this great article with some Q & A’s regarding the Ebola virus: CNN.COM EBOLA OUTBREAK.With knowledge of the Ebola outbreak, hopefully we can protect ourselves from contracting this virus.

Keep in mind, on average most adults spend at least eight hours per day at their job, often with no knowledge of how well the surfaces are cared for or sanitized.Disinfecting your office on a regular basis will help control illnesses from spreading around.Diversity, a Jonson & Johnson Company supplies many disinfecting products that are beneficial to maintain a healthy work place. A good start would be to provide alcohol-based sanitizer products throughout your facility and keeping additional janitorial products for your employees to easily access (anti-bacterial wipes, antibacterial soap, Lysol, etc.), also increasing your janitorial services to all high traffic area can reduce the risk of transmitting Ebola or other illnesses among employees.

We now have 2 reported cases of the Ebola virus that was caught in the United States, many Americans have become concerned about the Ebola Virus and certainly the risk of travel.

Should we shy away from traveling, or do we become aware of the Ebola virus and learn how we can reduce the risk of catching this awful virus? SanServe Janitorial would like to share some facts about Ebola and offer tips for staying healthy while traveling.

The worse of the Ebola outbreak is in West Africa and the CDC has issued travel warnings in effect for Sierra Leone, Guinea and Liberia. It is highly encouraged to avoid nonessential travel to these nations.

Since Ebola is not a casual contact-acquired infection, you are not at risk for Ebola infection unless you are in straight contact with bodily fluids of someone that has symptoms of Ebola such as fever, vomiting, and cough.

The United States practice a very strict infection control with all public workers which helps control the spread and outbreak that we see over in Africa.With these practices in place, the chance that you will become exposed to Ebola is very slim.

It’s obvious that no one enjoys being sick during or after travel but with the recent Ebola victim, you really have no idea how could be carrying this fatal illness. I read an article in the New York Times that said Ms. Vinson called the CDC prior to her travels and I am shocked that they actually let her board that flight, putting all of the passengers at risk of catching Ebola. So since we really have no idea who could be carrying the Ebola virus, we think it is extremely important to take extra steps to avoid coming into contact with Ebola, especially while you are traveling. SanServe Janitoral would like to share some tips for preventing Ebola and some of the more common travel illnesses.

Wash and keep on washing! While traveling, you absolutely cannot wash or sanitize your hands enough. Touching your face with these nasty germs on your hands is the quickest way to infect yourself!

Be careful with what you put in your mouth. If you are traveling out of the United States, especially to higher-risk areas like Africa, Mexico and the Caribbean, the food and water can easily be contaminated. Stick with foods that are freshly cooked and super-hot. I would even be cautious of the ice or ice cubes in your drinks – and use bottled water only (even to rinse when you brush)!

A shot of Pepto anyone? Although I would never recommended going overboard, taking a shot of Pepto everyday can actually help the start of the usual traveler stomach bugs.

Stay hydrated! Drink plenty of water but don’t stop there – use a saline nasal solution. The dry cabin air can make the membrane lining of your nose more vulnerable to illnesses.

Avoid a sick seatmate. If you find your neighboring passenger to be a germ dispenser, try asking the flight attendant if it would be possible to move. Of course this isn’t always an option, so I would recommend traveling with a face mask — you can find those at any drug store.

Be a germaphobe! Load your carry-on or handbag with disinfectant wipes and use them to wipe down remote control devices, tray tables, seat arms and TV touch screens.Pretend that everything is contaminated with Ebola and disinfect everything.I always say, traveling is a good time to give in to your inner germaphobe tendencies!!

While we are trying not to panic over Ebola Outbreak, by following these steps will tremendously reduce the risk of coming in contact with the Ebola Virus or any other illness while traveling.

Keep in mind, SanServe Janitorial would be more than happy to keep your business clean while you are away!Call us today for a free quote 1-800-274-8464

We are looking for individuals that are in the New Orleans are which include Gramercy, Saint Rose, Norco, Meraux, Belle Chasse, Kenner, Metairie, Chalmette, Westwego, Chalmette, Slidell, Gretna and Marrero.We are looking for full/part-time, overnight and early morning hours, exact hours to be determined by supervisor.TWIC and OSHA a plus.

With flu season upon us, we are getting more and more customers asking how they can keep their office, working areas, and most importantly their staff, safe and healthy.The threat of getting the flu motivates people to increase their protection against infection. Additional safety measures are necessary to avoid contracting the flu, and many have taken to disinfecting their homes on a regular basis and providing hand sanitizers to their family. But what about when you have no control over your surroundings in terms of cleanliness? Most adults spend eight hours per day at their office, often with no knowledge of how often the surfaces are cleaned and sanitized.

As the decision-maker when it comes to the health and safety of your employees, this responsibility must be taken seriously, and attention to detail is very important. Even if you have a regular cleaning crew, it is important to understand what precautions are in place to reduce the chances of infection, especially when dealing with the public.

SanServe Janitorial encourages all of our valued customers to become more knowledgeable, therefore reducing the risk of transmitting infection among employees. SanServe can adjust your cleaning protocol to best protect your business. Whether it is to keep additional janitorial products on hand for your employees to utilize (such as hand sanitizer, heavy duty antibacterial soap, anti-bacterial wipes for your kitchens, restrooms and etc.), or increasing your weekly service during the flu season to ensure all high traffic areas are tended to regularly, SanServe is ready to help you with all of your flu season needs.

SanServe Janitorial would be more than happy to gear a plan to reduce the Flu Virus from spreading through your office.Call us today! 1-800-274-8464.

Read More]]>michelle@sanserve.net (Michelle Leblanc )Janitorial ServicesMon, 15 Sep 2014 20:53:04 +0000JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR HOSPITALShttp://www.sanservejanitorial.com/home/company-news/entry/janitorial-services-for-hospitals.html
http://www.sanservejanitorial.com/home/company-news/entry/janitorial-services-for-hospitals.htmlSanserve has an extensive background in Medical Janitorial services. Medical centers and hospitals have very specific needs when it comes to their janitorial services. Our company has been in business for over 30 years and currently is the sole Janitorial service company for over 30 medical centers and hospitals nation wide. We are thoroughly versed in the special needs of our medical janitorial customers and offer services that are second to none.

In addition to our experience in this area, Sanserve brings to the table, our culture of safety and responsibility that is not found anywhere else in the industry.

Wash the windows, sweep the floors, sanitize surfaces in the bathroom – we all know the basics of cleaning an office space.

But what about the areas you aren't even thinking about? Dirt and bacteria tend to hide in those places that rarely cross our minds, creating an unhealthy and unpleasant environment for customers and staff.

Don't let your business suffer from weak, unprofessional cleaning – here are three spots to make sure you don't miss.

1.THE WALLS

Walls hold onto dust and grime, causing them to look unattractive over time.

Cleaning your walls regularly will keep your workplace looking bright and open. It will also help protect the walls themselves, maintaining their life expectancy and reducing the need to repaint.

Dirty walls don't just look bad either – they can also worsen air quality. Pollutants, dirt, oils, allergens and the dust from HVAC systems all absorb into your walls and make their way into the air you breathe every day.

While you can spot clean walls on your own, you need professional cleaning products and special equipment to do the job effectively. Make sure you ask your commercial cleaning service to do this very important service at least once a year to prevent build-up.

Grime and dirt can build up on office walls if they aren't cleaned regularly.

2. Buttons

Think about how many times you use buttons throughout the day. Before noon, most people have already pressed buttons on their phone, keyboard, microwave and coffee machine.

Lift buttons have as much as 100 times more bacteria than a toilet seat. That's why it is so essential to hire a commercial cleaning company who is attentive to even the smallest surfaces in your office.

3. Shared kitchen appliances

The kitchen in your office may look pretty clean. The dishes are put away, the benches have been wiped down – but what about the appliances themselves?

Dirty appliances in your office kitchen could be making you sick.

Things like your communal microwave, refrigerator, toaster and coffee machine are often overlooked in routine kitchen cleanings. We get it – it all comes down the tragedy of the commons. No one technically owns these appliances, so nobody takes the time to thoroughly scrub them between use. Instead, we live in denial – hoping a co-worker will step up to the task.

The result? Germ ridden coffee machines and other appliances.

Want to find out more about making your workplace a healthier, safer place to work? Give SanServe Janitorial a call today to find out more! 1-800-274-8464

Since you spend most of your time inside the office, it’s important to pursue a healthy office lifestyle.

To drastically improve office hygiene and sanitation, try consulting a professional office cleaner. Hiring the services of accredited cleaning technicians guarantees satisfactory cleaning in the following areas: regular office cleaning such as dusting of office furniture and equipment, vacuuming and mopping, waste management, carpet cleaning, floor polishing and window cleaning. Professional office cleaners at SanServe Janitorial know how to execute cleaning jobs properly and leave your work spaces clean, hygienic and healthy. Learn how our office cleaners can be of service to you, contact us today! 1-800-274-8464

Cleaning the house is one thing, but cleaning the office is quite another. No matter what products you use, or how much time you seem to schedule yourself to do it, no one truly wants to clean the office themselves. Trying to figure out who to hire to help you clean can be tricky, especially when you start to believe some of the industry’s biggest myths.

Commercial cleaning is too expensive. I can’t trust them inside my building. I don’t need my office cleaned. As ridiculous as some of the myths may be, people believe them, and we are here to break the trend. Remember, you don’t have to believe everything you hear. Here are some of the most common myths about office cleaning:

MYTH: I CAN DO IT MYSELF

Wrong, so very wrong. While we tip our hats to the thought, there is no way that one person can handle cleaning the office all on their own while trying to manage the other countless tasks at hand. But that’s what your employees are for right? Guess again. We have been in business for over 50 years and we have come to understand that many business owners do not use commercial cleaning services because they think that they can rely on their employees to help with the menial tasks.

While it would be nice, and frankly, quite helpful, you cannot rely on your employees to take out their trash, clean out the fridge, wipe counter off, and sanitize the bathroom. Your employees want to do other things with their personal time, not help you clean their workspace. While you may be able to convince your team to take their trash out on Friday, chances are, that’s about as much as you’ll get out of them.

The good news is, you can always count on us! Professional, friendly and always ready to help, we offer our office cleaning services any day, anytime, whenever you need us the most.

MYTH: OFFICE CLEANING IS NOT IMPORTANT

So maybe office cleaning is not as important as remembering to pick your kids up at daycare, but it is up there on your list of things you need to do. As the first thing someone notices when they walk into your business, the cleanliness of your office represents the quality of the service that you provide. Neglecting to clean your office can impact a potential customer’s decision to work with you, as well as reduce the productivity of your employees.

MYTH: I DO NOT NEED COMMERCIAL GRADE PRODUCTS

Nice try. Just because you have spare cleaning products at home, does not mean you should bring them into the office and try to do a quick wipe down. Not only are you going to need much more than what you have on hand, but many cleaning products on the market are actually pretty harmful to you, your employees, your property, and the environment.

Impacting the indoor air quality and potentially harming your workstation surfaces, hiring a professional office cleaning company is a sure way to guarantee you are left with a spotless, safe, and sanitary environment.

Hurricane Harvey is dangerously approaching the Texas Coast and is an extremely dangerous flood threat for Texas and Louisiana. SanServe Janitorial will be working around-the-clock to ensure that our customers are kept safe and dry. SanServe Janitorial hopes that you and your love ones stay safe through Hurricane Harvey.

SanServe Janitorial would like to offer some helpful tips how you can safely prevent long term damage after flooding because flood waters not only cause visible damage but also hidden damage to your building. Dangerous bacteria can grow and prosper from still water and cause you and your employee’s major health problems. After calling your insurance company to see what is covered in your policy, try some of these tips on how to avoid such damage to your building.

Immediately extract water when possible. When water is standing still, it provides a breeding ground for germs and bacteria especially in carpeting. Once the water is extracted, call your local janitorial company to perform a deep cleaning to your carpets.

Use your air conditioner and if possible, a de-humidifier to reduce moisture by drying out the air inside your home. This is the best way to stop the bacteria from growing inside your building because the bacteria needs humid conditions in order to grow. It can take weeks for flood soaked items to dry.

Properly clean and disinfect the items that came in contact with the flood water within 48 hours, otherwise dispose as much as you can of absorbent material items. This is an important part of water damage clean-up. If it is not cleaned properly, it can cause the bacteria to hide in them and will affect the quality of air in your building.

Call your janitorial company to properly wash and disinfect walls, floors, shelves and effected items. Your janitorial service provider will take care of your floor care needs and can offer any additional water clean-up service to get your building back to where it needs to be!

SanServe has been leader in the janitorial industry for over 50 years and we are proud of our excellent customer service. Call us today for a free quote! 1-800-274-8464

SanServe Janitorial employs over 650 service personnel. All of our employees are bonded and insured, including ten million dollar umbrella liability coverage and worker’s compensation.

Read More]]>michelle@sanserve.net (Michelle Leblanc )Janitorial ServicesFri, 25 Aug 2017 16:08:20 +0000It’s that time of the year again……. Time for Spring Cleaning!!http://www.sanservejanitorial.com/home/company-news/entry/it-s-that-time-of-the-year-again-time-for-spring-cleaning.html
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This is a great opportunity to clear out the items you no longer need and can start a fresh 2016! Here is a Spring Cleaning Checklist and a few tips on how to go about spring cleaning your office:

Keep only what is need

Our work spaces tend to be full of… stuff. So look around and ask yourself, “do I need these or will I be needing it in the near future?” It’s likely you will not so time to toss it!It will be more productive to have that extra space for yourself and your workers to breathe and move around in.

A clean and organized office is visually pleasing to your clients and visitors…. Don’t forget, your clients may think an office reflects the work you are producing.

Clear desks

Allow yourself a couple minutes at the end of the day to dispose of food containers, wrappers, coffee cups, and any other trash. Then go through the files and paperwork that are still sitting on your desk and sort them, file them, and put them where they need to go. No more “oh, I’ll take care of it tomorrow.”

Paper

Do we really need to print out all those unnecessary reports and old agendas? By scaling back on printing, or printing double-sided when you need a hard copy, you’ll reduce those stacks of paper that only end up piled up on your desk. Plus the trees will thank you!

Sort your inbox

Cleaning out your digital clutter is essential— the more organized your computer/files are, the easier it will be for you to find what you need and be more efficient. From updating contacts, making sure you are operating on the latest software upgrades, uninstalling programs that you do not use, organizing your documents that you’ll need again to the cloud or memory stick and trashing or archiving the rest, to deleting/sorting emails.Spring comes once a year, and thank goodness so does digital spring cleaning.

Call the professionals

Your cleaning company can take care of the rest, but take extra responsibility for the personal and shared spaces you use on a day-to-day basis. Keeping your office clean and organized will not only help you stay sane and on track, but most importantly, it will keep your productivity level high.

If you are ready to let us take care of the rest, call us for today for a free estimate for your janitorial needs! 1-800-274-8464

Some people think that cleaning the office before a holiday party isn’t all that important. That couldn’t be further from the truth. Holiday parties are essentially morale boosters. You have to show the office at its best, so that your people are proud to be part of your business. A clean office also helps people get into the partying mood.

In keeping with the spirit of the season, we thought we would share a couple cleaning tips for your building during this holiday season.

Make it sparkle

Before the holiday parties, do a deep clean to your office.Your customers, contractors, salespeople and employees may be more willing to join in the holiday spirit if your facility is clean, shining and inviting. SanServe Janitorial can help make sure that this happens, well before you start decorating for the occasion. Clean windows, dust-free surfaces, spotless restrooms, shiny tile floors and clean carpets will show that you are proud of your building and that you truly want it to be presented in the best light.

Eat, drink and be merry – but also be clean

Certainly, you want your tenants to enjoy and celebrate this holiday season. Most everyone in every office building brings in special food during the holidays (especially sweets!). Take the time to remind them to securely store their treats at the end of the day so that ants and other pests don’t become a problem.

When it comes to party time, you’ll of course want to make sure that floors and carpets are spotless and that any food preparation areas, such as break rooms or kitchens, are sanitized before being used. After the party, your janitorial service can be your best friend. Parties lead to accidental messes, such as spilled food and drinks. A good janitorial service can remove all evidence of holiday partying from your office facility, often before the next business day. Of course, you will want to make sure to notify your cleaning service of any parties, gatherings or other special events that would affect cleaning times.

These holiday cleaning tips should go a long way toward helping your building be the very best it can be, this season and all year-long. SanServe Janitorial is ready to take care of your holiday janitorial needs, call us today 1-800-274-8464

While preparing healthy meals for your family, it is so important to handle food properly and to keep your kitchen appliances clean. Appliances such as, refrigerators, freezers, ovens and microwaves are used on a daily basis, causing these appliances to easily accumulate grease, grime and then they become breeding grounds for bacteria and germs.

Not to worry, here are a few SanServe tips and tricks on how to keep your kitchen appliances not only hygienically clean, but also to lengthen their lifespan:

REFRIGERATOR

CUT THOSE BAD SMELLS OUT OF YOUR FRIDGE:

ALKA-SELTZER:

Place a tab of Alka-Seltzer in a glass at the back of the fridge to remove odor in a day

VANILLA EXTRACT:

Let 2-3 cotton balls sit in a pool of Vanilla extract on a plate at the back of the fridge

CLEANING UNDER THE FRIDGE:

Get rid of all of the cobwebs, dirt, dust and food droppings that land under the fridge with a yard stick covered by a tube sock.

FREEZER

SPRAY METHOD

Mix equal parts of hot water and vinegar, or 1 qt hot water with 2 tbs baking soda in a spray bottle.Spray liberally inside of freezer.

CHARCOAL:

Purchase activated charcoal from a pet store, set in freezer to absorb odors.

OVEN

CLEAN A DIRTY OVEN:

When cooking, don't let food bake on and then cool if bubbled over.Toss salt on spilled food while it is still liquid and after cooling, it will be easy to wipe up.You can apply this trick to the stove top as well.

Create a solution of 5 T baking soda, 4 drops of Dawn soap and 4 T vinegar into a paste.Apply to the surface of the oven with a sponge and let sit for 15 minutes. Cut a lemon in half, apply salt and scrub thoroughly with lemon, wipe clean.

STOVE

CLEANING GLASS STOVE TOP

Fill a bowl with hot water and mix with dish soap.Wet a rag, then wring halfway dry.Apply baking soda to spots and drip water with rag.Let sit for 15 minutes and swirl the rag to clean surfacewith the paste.Dry stovetop and it's good as new.

MICROWAVE

Take a handful of wet paper towels and microwave them for 3-5 minutes.The steam will soften the grime, making it easier wipe with the paper towels once cooled.

Microwave a bowl of water and vinegar in a microwave safe bowl on high of 2 minute. Again, the steam will help break up any stubborn stains, wipe clean.

DISHWASHER

LEMONADE KOOL-AID

Run a packet of lemonade Kool-Aid in an empty dishwasher.The citric acid will clean stains and lime deposits quickly.

TANG:

Use 1/2 of Tang instead of detergent and the the empty dishwasher on the normal cycle to avoid buildup.

Throughout Texas we have been experiencing extremely dangerous and life-threatening weather conditions this spring. To be honest, I never expected to witness this much rainfall in the Gulf Coast area which is causing many of our customers to call in to help with their water cleanup caused by flooding. SanServe Janitorial has been working around-the-clock to ensure that our customers are kept safe and dry.

SanServe Janitorial would like to offer some helpful tips how you can safely prevent long term damage after flooding because flood waters not only cause visible damage but also hidden damage to your building.Dangerous bacteria can grow and prosper from still water and cause you and your employee’s major health problems. After calling your insurance company to see what is covered in your policy, try some of these tips on how to avoid such damage to your building.

·Immediately extract water when possible. When water is standing still, it provides a breeding ground for germs and bacteria especially in carpeting.Once the water is extracted, call your local janitorial company to perform a deep cleaning to your carpets.

·Use your air conditioner and if possible, a de-humidifier to reduce moisture by drying out the air inside your home. This is the best way to stop the bacteria from growing inside your building because the bacteria needs humid conditions in order to grow. It can take weeks for flood soaked items to dry.

·Properly clean and disinfect the items that came in contact with the flood water within 48 hours, otherwise dispose as much as you can of absorbent material items. This is an important part of water damage clean-up.If it is not cleaned properly, it can cause the bacteria to hide in them and will affect the quality of air in your building.

·Call your janitorial company to properly wash and disinfect walls, floors, shelves and effected items. Your janitorial service provider will take care of your floor care needs and can offer any additional water clean-up service to get your building back to where it needs to be!

SanServe has been leader in the janitorial industry for over 50 years and we are proud of our excellent customer service.Call us today for a free quote! 1-800-274-8464

I came across this hilarious commercial and yes, this is the worlds worst janitor but it does remind you of the importance of hiring a fully insured cleaning company.

I know we are always looking to save where we can and price is an important factor when choosing a cleaning company but you’ve heard the saying, “If it’s too good to be true, it probably is“.The money you would save by hiring a non-insured/bonded company or individual could end up costing you big time in the long run!

Companies that are not properly insured often offer lower rates because they do not have to worry about the premiums that insured companies have to pay out such as SanServe Janitorial. If you hire a company without the proper insurances, you as a business owner can be liable for any theft, injuries, or damages done by the cleaner. SanServe Janitorial will take that responsibility off of you by bonding and insuring all of our employees, including a ten-million dollar umbrella liability coverage and workers compensation, giving you a peace of mind while we are in your facility. SanServes employees are highly dependable, responsible, and love exceeding your expectation while cleaning your facility. In addition to insurance and bonding, all of our employees are drug tested and have complete background checks to keep your mind at ease.

If you are looking for a fully insured/bonded & trustworthy janitorial company, contact SanServe Janitorial today. We’ll be the last cleaner you’ll ever hire... Call 1-800-274-8464 for a free quote!

There is no way around it, our kiddos are notorious for having germy little fingers. Unfortunately, while they are at school, they are less likely to wash or sanitize their hands after using the restroom, before lunch, and after recess….. Perhaps it is because they don’t have us there to nag.If you think about it, students spend the entire day in such close proximity and when you have at least half of them not washing their hands throughout the day, it’s no wonder why student lose nearly 22 million days of school per year.

As parents, we are constantly staying on top of clean hygiene with our own little ones but I couldn’t imagine trying to stay on top of entire classroom of kids.It’s time to come together as parents, teachers, and staff to start promoting healthy hand washing habits to reduce the spread of these nasty germs that spread like a wildfire among these children. Here are a few fun activities that teachers and school staff can use to start getting students excited about washing their hands:

Coloring and Activity Projects Allow the kids have a little fun during this lesson, it will keep them entertained and they will also get the visual of the importance of keeping germs away.Here is a link to “Henry the Hand” free printable coloring and activity book.This is a great start!

Explore the Campus Set aside 15 minute out of the day to take the class to different sink locations throughout the campus.The kids will look forward to not only taking a break from their school work but you will have them excited to explore the different areas of their campus…. Just another simple fun way to get them into the habit of washing their hands.

Reward Encourage clean hand washing habits by coming up with a reward system.Use a chart that they can earn stickers after they practice their good habits. Once they fill their card, offer fun incentives, such as a prize out of the “mystery box”, a homework pass, wear your favorite hat day, etc. Be as creative as you would like, kids will love earning their rewards!

Oh my, glitter Glitter is a great way to show the kids how much effort you should use to properly remove germs.Since we cannot see germs, using glitter to symbolize germs will allow them to see the different techniques that are used to remove all “glittery germs”….. Let them try different variations of the process, warm vs. cold water, soap vs. no soap, etc. This will allow them to see which method works best for germ removal.

This is a great start to keeping our kids healthy and showing that healthy practices can be fun. The more we encourage our kids/students to be enthusiastic over keeping their hands clean, the more likely they will keep germ-free hands and that will reduce the illnesses spreading in the classrooms.

SanServe Janitorial has been offering exceptional Custodial services to many schools/educational institutions throughout Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas, we are more than happy to assist you with any questions or needs that you may have for your facility.

SanServe Janitorial employs over 650 service personnel. All of our employees are bonded and insured, including ten million dollar umbrella liability coverage and worker’s compensation.

Read More]]>michelle@sanserve.net (Michelle Leblanc )Janitorial ServicesFri, 20 Feb 2015 19:01:07 +0000Don't forget your office needs a Spring Cleaning too!http://www.sanservejanitorial.com/home/company-news/entry/don-t-forget-your-office-needs-a-spring-cleaning-too.html
http://www.sanservejanitorial.com/home/company-news/entry/don-t-forget-your-office-needs-a-spring-cleaning-too.htmlSpring Cleaning isn’t just for your home, it is essential to bring the same tradition to your work space!We spend so much of our time at the office and I am constantly writing about the positive aspects of clean and organized surroundings.Not only are you more productive while your surroundings are clean and organized but it also enhances the health of you and your colleagues.Here are a few simple tips and a checklist to make Spring Cleaning your office a little easier.

Don’t overwhelm yourself:

Start small with a plan in place.No matter the size of your office, dedicating a certain amount of time per day to complete the items on your check-off list will contribute to getting the entire job done.

Avoid clutter:

Keep only the essentials that you use throughout the day within arm’s reach; i.e. computer, pens, note pad, etc.For the items that aren’t used as often, keep them close by in your drawer…… Of course this means it’s time to clean out and organize your drawers as well!! Stop using your drawers as an “out of sight, out of mind” filing system, it’s inefficient.If there are things cluttering up your office that you simply never use or you don’t need, get rid of it because it makes a significant difference when you have plenty room to work.

Digitally clean

Cleaning out your digital clutter is essential— the more organized your computer/files are, the easier it will be for you to find what you need and be more efficient. From updating contacts, making sure you are operating on the latest software upgrades, uninstalling programs that you do not use, organizing your documents that you’ll need again to the cloud or memory stick and trashing or archiving the rest, to deleting/sorting emails.Spring comes once a year, and thank goodness so does digital spring cleaning.

Keep it going:

Find the time to keep up the CLEAN!Once you finally get your office cleaned and organized, take the time to keep it up by creating a checklist that you can stick to throughout the year and spend the last few minutes of the day putting things away so you are ready to walk in the next morning to start your day with a fresh clean beginning.

Your cleaning company can take care of the rest, but take extra responsibility for the personal and shared spaces you use on a day-to-day basis. Keeping your office clean and organized will not only help you stay sane and on track, but most importantly, it will keep your productivity level high.

If you are ready to let us take care of the rest, call us for today for a free estimate for your janitorial needs! 1-800-274-8464

As a child, I would have never thought that I would be in the janitorial industry, but it has truly turned into my passion and I love it.I have always felt that when our surroundings are clean and organized, we are more clear, creative and efficient in our productivity in whichever environment you are in.So how do we implement this into our children, our future because I can’t tell you how many times I found myself doing the things around the house just to get it done faster.Eventually there came a time that I realized you have to give your kids these chores to implement these valuable lessons that they will use throughout their lives.When children help out with daily chores, not only will it help with their growth development but it gives them a sense of belonging within the family.

So, how do we steer our children into the right direction with finding the value of tidiness?!?!?I have lined out some tips that I hope you find useful.

Start young and make it fun.Kids need to know at a young age that they are responsible for their belongings and surroundings and they should be praised when they are taking good care of their things. So even though it is a chore and it must be done, try to make cleaning fun for your kids.Try to be creative while they are young by inventing a game, a song, or a silly dance to try to make it a tad more enjoyable for them, this is a great way to show them that responsibilities are necessary and can be approached with a positive manner.

Once you start teaching your children chores around the house, make sure you teach them that they need to take care of “their” responsibilities. Kids need to understand that they are not “helping” you, they need to know that it’s their toys that need to be picked up, it is their bed that needs to be made and it’s their clothes that need to make it into the laundry. This isn’t mommy’s job, mommy works hard to maintain the household as it is!Remember, it is their job and their responsibility and this certainly need to be taught early on.

Make sure they know the rules and instructions. Kids don’t come into this world with a toilet bowl brush in one hand and cleaner in the other hand. It’s your job as a parent to teach your children not only how to clean, but how to be responsible. Create easy steps that your child can understand for each chore task.If they are really young, take photos of the sequence that you want them to follow. You can even make it fun by turning it into a project and let them help you as you explain how to do the job.

Be realistic and remember they are still kids! Assign jobs that a child is capable of doing with success according to their age because kids love to impress you.When they are doing a good job of their capable chores, they will push harder when they see you constantly praising them. So limit cleaning sessions to short bursts at first because you want to set them up for success.These early lessons of responsibility will reflect in your children in time, be patient.

Chore Chart.This is my happy zone… It’s organized, planned and perfected!Create a chore chart and have it displayed where it will be seen regularly. You can rotate weeks, pull chores from a jar, whatever works for your family. Set weekly goals and incentives for all of the chores at the end of the week, have a reward for all the completed chores that they were able to accomplish. When children are older, apply this method to allowances.

Never stop praising! I cannot say this enough, kid’s love and thrive on praise.When they successfully accomplish a task, praise them like crazy but if they weren’t able to complete the chore to satisfaction, figure out why and walk them through the steps to figure out why. Were the instructions not clear? Was the job unrealistic? Or did the child not give their 100% to do the job? Figure out where they fell short so you can guide them in a positive direction.

Being in this business, I know one thing is for sure, it doesn’t matter what age you are or who you clean for, everyone deserves to know that they are appreciated for the cleaning they do.

We all at SanServe Janitorial love this time of the year!Now that we see the weather dropping into low numbers, I think it’s safe to say that we are ready to start pulling out the sweaters, drinking that long awaited Starbucks pumpkin spice latte while breaking out your fall décor……. Yes, autumn has arrived in Southeast Texas. As we start ramping up for our colder months, this is always a good time to start inspecting your office building for any maintenance issues before the winter months.SanServe Janitorial wants you and your facility to be prepared to help with an easy spring cleaning and to keep cost down during the cold month to come.

– To keep your and your employees cozy by maintaining a comfortable temperature without making your heat bill sky rocket during the winter.First, check all the doors and windows to make sure the weather strips and seals do not need to be replaced.The cost to replace the seal or weather strips does not even come close to the cost of your energy bill!Another great way (our favorite) to keep the warm in is to embrace the sunlight!Not only will this help you kick the winter blues, it will also add natural warmth by letting the warm light beams in.So open all of those blinds and pull back those curtains this winter!

– Make sure your gutters are clear and free of any debris. Leaves, stems and other objects will end up clogging the downspouts which will can create the water to flow over into the foundation of your building or roof. This water buildup often leads to mold and usually rot, which is such an expensive repair especially when it is so easy to avoid this from occurring by being prepared.

– Check to see you are in need of replacing any of your window screens. Take them down during winter to avoid the harsh winter conditions, replace the ones that are in need and clean the rest of them with soap and warm water. You can keep your screens in good condition, extending their usage by following these steps with and storing them in trash bags so they can remain clean throughout the winter.

Following these tips will not only keep your employees happy but will also keep your wallet happy!!!

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